Polar Circle Air-Cruise
Polar Circle Air-Cruise
» Antarctica
» Feb 16 2024 – Feb 25 2024 (10 DAYS)
» EMBARKATION: King George Island, Antarctica
» DISEMBARKATION: King George Island, Antarctica
EXPEDITION IN BRIEF
ITINERARY OVERVIEW
- Day 1 – Start of the Air Cruise in Punta Arenas
- Day 2 – Scheduled Flight to Antarctica
- Days 3 to 8 – Exploring Antarctica and Crossing the Polar Circle
- Day 9 – Scheduled Return Flight from King George Island to Punta Arenas
- Day 10 – Punta Arenas. End of Itinerary

SHIP

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

ACTIVITIES

Ocean Nova

Dinning Room

Library

Bridge Deck Twin

Upper Deck Twin

Upper (Lower Berth)

Triple

Quadruple

Ocean Nova

The Polar Circle air-cruise is one of the most adventurous expeditions that we offer. Our main objective on this air-cruise expedition is to try and reach the Antarctic Polar Circle located at approximately 66° south of the equator. The Expedition Team handcrafts every voyage depending on the Antarctic weather and each day of the Polar Circle air-cruise is filled with ample opportunities to explore.
INCLUDES
- For air-cruises starting in Punta Arenas, group transfers airport/hotel on Day 1.
- For air-cruises starting in Punta Arenas, one overnight with breakfast in Punta Arenas at the Cabo de Hornos Hotel or similar, with a welcome dinner including drinks on Day 1.
- 1 overnight with breakfast in Punta Arenas at the Cabo de Hornos Hotel or similar on the Day of the Scheduled Return Flight from Antarctica.
- For air-cruises starting in Punta Arenas, enjoy special access to Explorers House.
- Group transfers airport/hotel on the Day of the Scheduled Return Flight from Antarctica, and group transfers hotel/airport on the last day of the air-cruise.
- Flight from Punta Arenas to Frei Station on King George Island and/or vice versa as indicated in the program corresponding to each voyage.
- Ship cruise as indicated in the program corresponding to each voyage. Daily buffet breakfast and lunch on board ship offering a wide choice of dishes.
- Daily served dinner on board ship offering a choice of three main courses.
- Wine, beer, juice, and soft drinks served with lunch and dinner on board.
- Coffee, tea, chocolate, cappuccino, water, and snacks on board ship throughout the expedition.
- All guided shore excursions.
- Lectures and entertainment on board.
- Comprehensive pre- and post-voyage information material.
- Loan of waterproof boots for landing in Antarctica.
- Contingency Plan.
- IAATO passenger fee.
EXCLUDES
- Anything that is not specifically listed under the “Includes” section. For example:
- Accommodation, meals, excursions, and transfers other than those included in the itinerary. Specifically, dinner in Punta Arenas upon return from Antarctica is not included.
- Beverages purchased at the ship’s bar.
- Internet connection on board the ship.
- Personal travel insurance.
- Extra expenses (communication, laundry, souvenirs, etc.).
- Gratuities.
- Visas for Chile and/or Argentina, passport expenses, and any arrival and/or departure tax, if applicable.